This decade has provided evidence of the shift in power base in the pacific with China demonstrating their multi decade commitment to become a superior power whilst the United States, is contending with unprecedented Challenge forcing a new strategy to build a regional race in the pacific, not seen since the WWII, The result, has catapulted increased spending by several Pacific nations, with Australia leading a Tri - Nation pact with Aukus.
This has also increased diplomatic activity across ASEAN nations and INDO pacific. With Prime Minister Albanese outlining policy integrating India as a first Tier defence partner in the Indo-Pacific.
Latest Tests by the Chinese Navy Using AI Technology
The rapid naval development is accelerating across the Pacific, The recent report issued February indicates China unassailable position as a Naval superpower in the pacific. China's Ship Design and Research Centre said the AI perfectly navigated more than 400 challenging design tasks, prompting senior engineer Luo Wei to declare the programme was 'ready for engineering applications' in China's shipbuilding industry to boost the speed of warship manufacturing.
The shocking news comes just weeks after the US Secretary of the Navy warned that China's naval fleet has surpassed America's in terms of sheer size and is growing faster than US manufacturers have the capacity to match.
A research team funded by the Chinese military says they used artificial intelligence to design the electrical layout of a warship with unprecedented speed and accuracy.
It took the AI designer about a day to complete work that took humans, using the most advanced computer tools available, 300 times longer – or nearly a year, according to the team from the China Ship Design and Research Centre.
According to Luo’s team, the AI designer project received funding from the Chinese military because design was the main area holding back the speed of production, rather than shipyard delays.
Superiority of Chinese Naval Forces in the South East Asia and Pacific
China's investments in AI technology have given it a significant military advantage in the South East Asia and Pacific regions. The development of AI-based decision-making tools and autonomous weapons systems could give China a significant military advantage in the region, potentially tipping the balance of power in its favour. Furthermore, China's unmanned vehicles, AI algorithms, and software allow its navy to quickly and effectively gather intelligence and carry out combat operations, without risking human lives.
The Chinese Navy's use of AI technology also enables it to conduct surveillance and reconnaissance missions more effectively, giving it a better understanding of the movements and capabilities of other countries' navies in the region.
Potential First Strike Threat to Australia Borders
The Chinese Navy's growing military capabilities, including its investments in AI technology, have raised concerns among neighbouring countries, including Australia, about the potential for a first strike threat to their borders. The development of AI-based weapons systems, including autonomous torpedoes and missiles, could be used to target enemy vessels or other targets with a high degree of accuracy, without the need for human intervention.
While it is unclear if China's investments in AI technology will result in a first strike threat to Australia's borders, the Australian government has been closely monitoring China's military activities in the region. In response to these concerns, the Australian government has been investing heavily in its own naval capabilities, including the development of its own unmanned vehicles and AI technology.
The Chinese Navy's investments in AI technology have given it a significant military advantage in the South East Asia and Pacific regions, and have raised concerns among neighbouring countries about the potential for a first strike threat.
